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Honda premiers BRIO urban commuter car in Thailand

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(HATC), Honda’s automobile production and sales subsidiary in Thailand, has unveiled the BRIO urban commuter car. Emissions from the Brio meets Euro 4 emission standards. The starting price will be 399,900 baht (US$13,300), with an annual sales plan of 40,000 units. Click to enlarge. The BRIO is equipped with Honda’s 1.2-liter

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2023 Toyota Prius Limited Review – Finally a Worthy Choice

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suite of driver’s aids was standard and included pre-collision assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit assist. You get a commuter car that sips fuel while still having some popular convenience features and the ability to have a mild bit of fun. Toyota’s SafetySense 3.0

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Mercedes-Benz to test car-to-X communication as means to reduce the risk of accidents on icy roads

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The Zollernalb district is in the administrative region of Tübingen in Baden-Württemberg and has around 190,000 inhabitants, many of whom are commuters. Car-to-X technology significantly extends the coverage of onboard sensors such as radar or camera systems, as the sensors of other vehicles are used in addition.

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What EPA vehicle standards are and what they mean for you

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On March 20, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the final vehicle standards for cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs. EPA standards aren’t new. There are EPA vehicle standards in place right now. Why do these standards matter? Plus, the EPA standards are working. And money, let’s not forget money.

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2024 Toyota GR Corolla Pricing Revealed, New Trim and Performance Parts

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It’s not going to be as sexy or desirable as the loaded Circuit and its forged carbon-fiber roof, larger wing, functional hood vents, GR rocker panels, and 18-inch BBS wheel (rather than the standard Enkei set) will undoubtedly ensure juicier resale values. Images: Toyota] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review - For Those About To Flock, We Salute You

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inch portrait-orientation touchscreen - standard on all but the base trim which makes do with a seven-inch screen - is clear and easy to use. But when I was in college and just starting my career, worrying about whether my car would get me to class or work without drama consumed entirely too much of my day.

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Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE Concludes Knockout Qualifying Stage; 15 Vehicles from 12 Teams Continue On

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For emissions, vehicles had to meet the minimum US EPA emissions standards in on-track challenges. Edison2 Very Light Car #97 (Charlottesville, VA) Internal Combustion Engine. Edison2 Very Light Car #98 (Charlottesville, VA) Internal Combustion Engine. Commuter Cars, Tango (Spokane, WA) Battery Electric.

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